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Arts and Entertainment
DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun   hosts art events throughout the summer, including rotating exhibitions of original DeGrazia art. "Seri Indians," a set of 17 oil paintings, will exhibit through Aug. 22. The "Todos Mexicanos" exhibit runs through Sept. 8. Hours are daily, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location is 6300 N. Swan Rd. Call 299-9191 for details.
Museum of Contemporary Art, MOCA,   MOCA, 191 E. Toole, Tucson, presents art events and exhibits. The other location is MOCA on the Plaza, 149 N. Stone Ave. "Berlin, Symphony of a Great City" is a DVD offering a historical record and is courtesy of Film Preservation Associates. Call for details on events at 624-5019.
Tohono Chul Park,   7366 N. Paseo del Norte, hosts artistic exhibitions. "That's Artrageous: Works by Student Artists" runs in the Gallery through Sept. 9. A hands-on exhibit "Please Touch Again" opens Aug. 21. Call 742-6455 for information.
Tucson Desert Harmony   is recruiting new members for the next season. If you love to sing, consider joining this award-winning chorus, singing 4-part harmony, a cappella style. Call for information at 790-1813. The group practices Tuesday evenings at 6:30 p.m.
Arizona State Museum, UA Campus,   1013 E. University Blvd., presents the exhibition "Set In Stone: 2000 Years of Gem and Mineral Trade in the Southwest." For more information on this ongoing exhibit, call 626-8381.
Live Theatre Workshop   presents performances. "I Do, I Do" runs July 24-Aug. 24. Call 327-4242 for hours and reservations. Theatre location is 5317 E. Speedway.
Benefits
No Benefits Events at this time
 Classes and Workshops
Sunstone Cancer Support Centers   offer monthly programs and classes. Some classes include nutrition, meditation and yoga. Call for more information at 749-1928. Visit www.sunstonehealing.org for further details.
Hughes Federal Credit Union,   Wetmore Branch, offers monthly financial workshops. Set for July 19 is a home buyer class. Call 794-8341 to register, and for details on August programs.
Old Pueblo Archaeology Center   offers courses. Location is 5100 W. Ina Rd., Marana. Third Thursday programs will run at the Old Pueblo monthly. Phone 798-1201 for more details.
Pima Community College   offers a program for those age 55 and better at the Community Campus, 401 N. Bonita Ave. and other locations. Flexible scheduling and innovative programs are offered. Online do-it-yourself courses are also available. For information call 206-4500.
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, Art Institute,   2021 N. Kinney Rd., offers classes. Nature drawing, art and animal behavior and photography are some selections. Phone for more information at 883-3024.
Tucson Botanical Gardens,   2150 N. Alvernon Way, offers monthly classes and workshops. Gardening for the Newcomer runs the first Thursday and third Saturday monthly at 9:30 a.m. Living with Urban Wildlife is the fourth Saturday monthly at 9:30 a.m. Dancing Chi...A Garden Retreat will offer healthy benefits July 16 and 30. A summer cooking class series runs July 26 and Aug. 23. Phone for details at 326-9686, ext. 19.
K9Freestyle   offers classes for dog owners. Learn to dance with your dog. Also learn clicker training, luring and capturing behaviors. This is also good for therapy dogs. Call for details at 299-8600.
Parrot Care   offers classes to learn more about your companion parrot. TARA, Tucson Avian Rescue and Adoption, a nonprofit corporation, offers a course July 20. Classes are for parrot owners, or those who would like to foster or adopt. Call for details and to register at 747-0554.
Handi-Dogs, Inc.   is located at 75 South Montego Drive, Tucson. The nonprofit organization teaches those with physical disabilities and hearing impairments to teach their own dogs to assist them. Call 326-3412 for information on these programs.
Clubs and Organizations
Saguaro Romance Writers   will meet monthly at El Parador Tropical Restaurant, 2744 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson. For more information, call 840-1500.
Tucson Old Time Radio Club   meets the first Tuesday monthly in northwest Tucson. Listen to programs of the golden age of radio. Call Norm for details at 818-7817.
The Dante Society of America   will meet the first Friday monthly at Pueblo Grille, 60 N. Alvernon, at 11:30 a.m. All are welcome. Call for information at 615-8803.
The Desert Crones   feature programs and meetings for women over 50. Programs include guest speakers, writing workshops and drumming circles. Hours are 1 to 3 p.m. Thursdays. Call for details at 390-1787. Programs will be July 3, Community Food Bank; July 10, Wise Women Writing; July 17, Handi-dogs; July 24, Drumming Circle and July 31, Sunstone Healing Center. Meeting place is Fellowship Square, 8111 E. Broadway.
Full Gospel Business Men's group   will meet for fellowship breakfast each Saturday at Denny's on Broadway, east of Wilmot. Call for hours and information at 749-9524.
National Active & Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Assn. 1874   will meet each third Monday at Home Town Buffet, 5101 N. Oracle Rd. Next is 11:30 a.m. July 21 and visitors are welcome. Call for more information at 733-7450.
The Tucson Chapter of Gold Star Wives   meets at the Mirage Club, 11 a.m., the second Monday monthly. Call for reservations at 290-8640.
The Tucson Mensa Club   meets monthly and offers a speaker program. Next meeting is July 11, 7 p.m., at Mama's Pizza, Midway Shopping Plaza, 4501 E. Speedway. Call for information at 232-9520. The Mensans invite members and potential members to meet July 23, 6 p.m., at Fronimo's Greek Cafe, 3242 E. Speedway. A wine and cheese tasting is set for July 12 and Aug. 9. Call 232-9520 for details.
Dances
Armory Park Senior Center,   220 S. Fifth Ave., offers a smoke-free senior ballroom dance Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Live music and a good dance floor are features. Call for details at 791-4865.
Dance at Udall   is a senior dance group featuring live dance music. Dances are offered each Tuesday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. There is a $2 donation. Location is 7200 East Tanque Verde Rd., the Udall Senior Addition. Call 747-1864 or 791-4121 for more information. Enjoy ballroom dancing on a hardwood floor.
Singing drummer D.J. Bob Kay   will offer dance music to the oldies but goodies each Sunday from 5 to 7 p.m. Call 883-5491 for more information and exact location.
The Let's Dance Club, Inc.   offers ballroom dancing to live music at 6245 E. Bellevue. This nonprofit club holds dances each week on Wednesdays from 7 to 10:15 p.m. Admission is $8 for nonmembers and $6 for members. The club is open to the public. Admission includes a dance lesson at 7 p.m. Call 296-5578 for more information.
Health and Fitness
The AARP Tucson Information Center   offers help to seniors and those who do not have a computer to find reliable health information through the AARP Health Guide. Volunteers at the Information Center can help people go online and locate this health information. For an appointment or more information on the health program, call 571-9884. Location is 6700 N. Oracle Rd., Suite 331.
The Southern Arizona Valley Fever Center   for Excellence in Tucson offers a valley fever awareness program. Call the center at 629-4777 to obtain information.
Pima Council on Aging   offers monthly health programs. New To Medicare workshops are set for July 2 and Aug. 6 from 2 to 4 p.m. Place is PCOA, 8467 E. Broadway Blvd. Call to register at 546-2011.
TOPS, Take Off Pounds Sensibly,   is a weight loss group that offers frequent meetings. Supportive meetings are held at Dove of Peace Church, 665 W. Roller Coaster Rd., Tucson, every Friday at 8 a.m. Call for details at 297-4223. Visitors are welcome to attend and TOPS will be meeting through the summer.
National Federation of the Blind   meets on the first Saturday monthly at SAAVI, 3767 E. Grant, from 1-3:30 p.m. Resource packets and education are available. Call for information at 751-9989.
Lectures and Talks
Friends of the Huachuca Mountains   presents "Birds of Cochise County" Aug. 24 at 1:30 p.m. Place is Carr House, Carr Canyon Rd., Hereford. Learn about birders in the area in the 1900s. Call for information at 366-5635.
Pima Council on Aging (PCOA)   offers monthly seminars. Place is PCOA, 8467 E. Broadway Blvd. Call to register at 546-2011. The PCOA Help Line is 790-7262.
Recreation and Outdoors
Oro Valley Mixed Doubles Tennis group   offers fun recreation with Sunday morning matches at 7:30 a.m. Location is Ironwood Ridge High School, 2475 W. Naranja Dr. Call 575-0829 for more information.
Dorothy Powell Senior Adult Center   in the City of Casa Grande offers a monthly recreation program. Activities include card parties, coffee hours, Sunday Social potluck dinners and bingo. For more details call 520-421-8600.
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum   offers recreation programs and activities. Visit www.desertmuseum.org for details on upcoming recreation events. Location is 2021 N. Kinney Rd. and the museum is open daily. Call 883-2702 for information.
City of Tucson Reid Park Zoo   offers family programs and fun for all ages. The zoo exhibit is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 881-4753 or visit www.tucsonzoo.org.
Tucson Botanical Gardens,   2150 N. Alvernon Way, offers recreational opportunities for all ages. Hours are daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed major holidays). If you like geology and the Age of Dinosaurs, visit the TBG exhibit "Dig: Prehistoric Gardens." Learn how plants evolved and coped. Dig in the fossil quarry. This event runs through Sept. 30. Call for information on the gardens at 326-9686.
Pima County Natural Resources,   Parks and Recreation Environmental Education presents recreation programs for all ages. Wake Up With the Birds is a stroll through Agua Caliente Park and is geared for beginning and intermediate birders every Tuesday in July at 7:30 a.m. Upcoming programs include:
· Weird and Wonderful World of Bats, July 11, 7 p.m., Agua Caliente Park; 615-7855.
· Under the Desert Moon, July 18, 8 p.m., Tucson Mountain Park, Gilbert Ray Campground, RSVP, 615-7855.
· Historic Agua Caliente Ranch House Gallery exhibit, "Amazing Arizona," runs through July 16. The exhibit, "Cowboy Art," runs from July 17-Aug. 27.
· Twilight Nature Walk, July 25, 7:30 p.m., Feliz Paseos Park, 615-7855.
Call for more information on all above programs at 615-7855.
Sierra Vista Convention and Visitor's Bureau   presents a variety of recreation. The 14th Annual Carter Classic Golf Tournament runs Aug. 8 & 9 at Pueblo del Sol Country Club, 2770 St. Andrews Dr. This event is sponsored by the S.V. Regional Health Center Foundation. Call for details at 417-4990.
Reunions
The Berlin Veterans Association   is seeking members for the organization's upcoming reunions. The association is a nonprofit veteran's organization. Call Les at 456-1910 for more information.
Sales and Expos
Tubac Chamber of Commerce   sponsors art expos and history events throughout the summer. Tubac is known for cooler temperatures, fine art galleries, artist studios and shops. For more details on Tubac Village call 398-2704.
Friends of the Oro Valley Public Library   Book Shoppe offer a selection of books for sale at greatly reduced prices. Titles range from paperbacks to rare and collectible items. Find fiction, arts, travel, cookbooks, children's, mystery, memoirs and health plus books on tape. Call for hours and details at 229-5326. Location is 1305 W. Naranja Drive.
Seminars and Discussion Groups
Tucson Museum of Art   and Historic Block hosts talk programs. Set for Aug. 2, 10 a.m., is the community book discussion. Co-sponsor is the Arizona Humanities Council. Book is "La Maravilla." Call 624-2333, ext. 122.
Barnes & Noble at the Foothills Mall   presents seminar and book programs. Location is 7325 N. La Cholla Blvd. The Mystery Book group meets July 9 at 7 p.m. The Latin American fiction Book discussion group will meet July 24 at 7 p.m. A health discussion is set for July 15, 7 p.m. Children's and grandparent's events will run through July 30. Call for details at 742-6402.
Services and Volunteers
Ironwood Pig Sanctuary,   34656 E. Crystal Visions Rd., Marana, could use volunteers to help improve the life of a gentle, sweet animal. Help is needed with carpentry, maintenance, data entry, office work, mailings and spending time socializing with the pigs. For information visit www.ironwoodpigs.org.
Sun Sounds   is seeking volunteers for its reading service. Read out loud to the Tucson radio audience and help people who cannot read conventional print. Choose to read on air, support the office staff, write grants or help to spread the word about Sun Sounds of Arizona. Call for details at 296-2400.
Paws Patrol,   a Green Valley area nonprofit, has cats and kittens ready for adoption to loving homes plus a special program for those age 65 and better. Call about fostering information at 207-4024. Other volunteering opportunities are available as well.
The Hermitage No-Kill Cat Shelter,   located in Central Tucson, has quiet older cats who are looking for a loving home. Elder felines provide great companionship for seniors as well as younger kitties. Call for details at 571-7839. Location is 5278 E. 21st St., near Craycroft. Adoption tours and visits are offered Thursday-Monday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
AARP Tucson Information Center   seeks volunteers to help staff the center at 6700 N. Oracle Rd. Help with phone work and assisting visitors at the center. The center is open Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. A variety of shifts are available. Call 571-9884 for details.
The Pima Air & Space Museum   is seeking air and space enthusiasts to serve as volunteer docents, summer camp counselors and assist with displays and exhibits. Help is needed in the Challenger Learning Center and also in the museum store. Location is 6000 E. Valencia Rd. Training is offered. Call 618-4819 for information.
Handi-Dogs   75 S. Montego Drive, Tucson, offers service dogs to help those with physical disabilities and hearing impairment. Learn how to train your own dog. Call for details at 326-3412.
The Titan Missile Museum   is looking for volunteers to serve as tour guides for this National Historic Site. Location is 1580 W. Duval Mine Rd., Sahuarita. A training course is offered that is self-paced. Call for information at 625-4598.
Sunstone Cancer Support Centers   seeks volunteers for its Resource Centers throughout Tucson. Greet visitors, answer the phone and sign up people for classes and therapies. Call 749-1928, ext. 111 for more information.
Information and Referral Services   is open Monday-Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday/Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Helpline remains available for the community. The phone for Information and Referral is 323-1303, ext. 220.
Therapeutic Riding of Tucson, TROT,   seeks program volunteers to assist in equine-related activities for children and adults with special needs. Volunteer sidewalkers or safety aides are needed and trained. Call 749-2360 for information.
The Humane Society,   3450 North Kelvin Blvd., Tucson, seeks volunteers to take homeless animals. This local nonprofit organization relies on the support of the Tucson community. Call 321-3704, ext. 122 for information.
Trinity Hospice   is seeking volunteers to assist patients and families in Casa Grande. Help with reading, writing notes, creating crafts and games. Offer encouragement that can provide caretakers with some free time. Call 426-9503 for details.
Arizona Greyhound Rescue   seeks volunteers to help with meet and greet programs and to foster kennel dogs. Help is also needed for outreach work. Call 886-7411 for information.
Services
Friends of the Pima County Public Library   need book donations. When you clean out your bookshelves or storage area, call the Friends at 795-3763. Also consider volunteering for the Friends by working book sales and doing computer work. Call for details.
Caring Animal Rescue and Education   is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing pet overpopulation and neglect. Education and volunteer opportunities are available through C.A.R.E. Volunteers are needed to help with various projects including pet adoption and foster homes. Call for details at 808-1363.
Singles
Lunch Dates   brings people together through a traditional matchmaker. Make friends, find a partner or a business contact. Call Laurie at 297-9515 for more information.
The Tucson Singletarians   is a social club and invites active 50/over divorced, widowed or single adults to join in fun social activities such as dancing, potlucks, wine and cheese parties, hikes, day-trips and dine-outs. Call 326-9174 for further information and a free newsletter. The group has been serving singles since 1971.
State Events
Hassayampa River Preserve   will offer recreation events monthly. Location is Highway 60, 3 miles southeast of Wickenburg, at milepost 114. Set for July 19 is the Birds and Breakfast program at 6:30 a.m. Call 928-684-2772 for more information on trails to explore and other programs.
The Arizona Diamondbacks   will offer Senior Days at Chase Field, downtown Phoenix. Upcoming is Diamondbacks vs. Milwaukee Brewers July 3 at 12:40 p.m.; Diamondbacks vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, 12:40 p.m. Aug. 6. Get 50 percent off D-backs tickets through this Lovin' Life After 50-sponsored event; Visit: dbacks.com/lovin50; username: lovinlife; password: 50 or call for details at 602-462-4600.
Desert Botanical Garden,   1201 North Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, offers recreational programs including exhibits, outdoor events and geology hikes. Visit www.dbg.org for details or call for more information at 480-941-1225.
Tempe Historical Museum,   809 E. Southern Ave., Tempe, offers activities. Wild Wednesdays runs through July. Enjoy crafts and prizes for all ages. July 2 is Patriot's Day; July 9, Got Culture; July 16, Building Tempe and July 23, To Protect and Serve. Call 480-350-5100 for more information.
Prescott   presents summer events and cooler temperatures. The historic Elks Opera House will host "The Arizona Revue - That's Entertainment," a high energy musical show, through Sept. 6 Friday and Saturday evenings. For more details on this family performance and tickets, call 888-858-ELKS or 928-830-7784.
The Boyce Thompson Arboretum   presents monthly events. Location is Hwy. 60, milepost 223, 45 minutes east of Mesa. Call 520-689-2811 for details on upcoming events. Dragonfly Walk is July 5 and Aug. 2. Learn Your Lizards Walk is July 12 and Plants of the Bible Walk is July 19. Butterfly Walk is July 26. Bring binoculars for a dazzling close-up look.
Support Groups
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation   at 2410 West Ruthrauff Rd., Tucson, offers support and information to those with cystic fibrosis and family members. Call for more information on the care center network at 690-4500.
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill   of Southern Arizona provides support groups and programs. Call at 622-5582 for details.
Myasthenia Gravis of Southern AZ   support group meets the second Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in Tucson. Call 889-6910 for details on upcoming meeting locations. Health professionals will speak.
Adult Loss of Hearing Assn. (ALOHA),   offers peer support group meetings weekly on Tuesdays at 1 p.m. Place is 4001 E. Ft. Lowell Rd. Learn from others about methods to cope with loss of hearing. Speech reading and sign classes are also available. Call for details at 795-9887; TTY, 795-9585.
The Humane Society of Southern Arizona   offers a pet loss support group to help with grief. Location is the Northminster Presbyterian Church, 2450 East Fort Lowell Rd., Tucson. Call for details at 975-5376.
Widowed to Widowed   offers free support groups for widows and widowers of all ages and lifestyles. Day and evening meetings are available during July. Call 884-4570 for more information on upcoming meetings.
Divorce Recovery   adult support group offers a 10-week program for those needing support during this transition journey. Location is First United Methodist Church, 915 E. 4th St. Meetings will be Mondays, 7 p.m., through August 4. Call 495-0704 for questions. This volunteer-led program offers groups to children and adults.
SMART   offers support and help groups to help people recover from many types of addictive behaviors. This non-profit program uses common sense and cognitive behavioral techniques. Weekly meetings are open to all. Call 838-3975 for a schedule and locations.
Tucson Medical Center   offers the TMC Breast Health Education and Screening Program. Call for details on this program at 324-5000. A Breast Health Information Line is 324-2858.
The Peter and Paula Fasseas Cancer Clinic   is located at UMC North, 3838 N. Campbell. The center offers a complete spectrum of cancer care for both body and soul. For more information call 626-4828.
Tucson Society of the Blind   meets every Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Christ Presbyterian Church, 6565 E. Broadway, just east of Wilmot. Call 298-2427 for information.
Pima Council on Aging   sponsors the Arizona Long Term Care System workshop the third Friday monthly. Call to inquire and for reservations at 790-7262.
Emotions Anonymous   offers a friendly weekly support group to help people cope with stress in daily living and to live a healthier emotional life. The 12-step program is offered in Tucson, 663-3942 and Oro Valley, 825-1445. Overcome emotional issues such as anger, depression, jealousy, guilt, worry and fears.
Sunstone Cancer Support Foundation   offers programs and services to those touched by cancer. Weekend retreats, support groups and community outreach programs plus resources are available. Call 749-1928 for details.
Aquatic Neurological Rehab Center   offers special new rehab technology for those suffering from stroke and other injuries. Call 326-2782 for details. Location is 2919 E. Grant Rd.
The Lupus Foundation of Southern Arizona   offers community awareness, emotional support and a 24-hour crisis line. For more details on the foundation and support groups, call 622-9006.
Pet Loss support group   is sponsored by Hospice Family Care. The group offers comfort and information each Wednesday at 2 p.m. Place is Hospice Family Care, 6300 E. El Dorado Plaza, suite A-100. Call for details at 885-6026 on this free group.
Tours and Travel
City of Bisbee   offers tours and events throughout the year. Historic walking tours are also available. Explore Bisbee early 20th century architecture at more than 25 points of interest. Call for details at 1-866-2Bisbee or 224-7233.
Museum of the Horse Soldier   at Trail Dust Town, 6541 E. Tanque Verde Rd., offers guided tours by appointment. The Museum features a fine private collection of original United States Cavalry artifacts, uniforms, and arms representing the period of history from the Civil War through the end of the mounted Cavalry in 1942. Call for more information at 296-4551.
Ghost hosts   offer the Tombstone Ghost Tour Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at 7 p.m. through July. Visit the streets of Tombstone. Witness haunted locations and hear spooky stories. Running July 18-20 is the Paranormal and Ghost Hunting weekend. Call 520-432-3308 for more information.
Argonaut Tours   offers tours of interest to seniors. Pick-up points include Green Valley and Tucson. Tours will be offered during 2008 and 2009. Call 520-325-4321 or toll-free at 1-866-508-6877 for tour updates.
Nature Treks and Passages   offers bird watching and cultural tours of Copper Canyon, Belize/Guatemala and Costa Rica. Call for small group tour information at 696-2002.
Titan Missile Museum,   1580 W. Duval Mine Rd., Green Valley, offers tours of the missile site. Experience a simulated launch. Tour includes the launch control center and missile silo. The museum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Beyond the Blastdoor Tour runs on July 5, 9:30 a.m. Director's Tour runs Aug. 5. Call for reservations and further information at 625-7736.
Southern Arizona Transportation Museum   offers locomotive viewing Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The museum features audio and visual interactive elements; a diorama with trains and the 1907 depot and media wall plus knowledgeable docents. Location is 414 N. Toole Ave.; call 623-2223 for more information.
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum   offers tours. The Going Bats tour runs July 26; learn how bats makes the desert more beautiful and livable. The Solar Odyssey tour runs Aug. 23 or 30. Call for upcoming tour information at 883-2702. Location is 2021 N. Kinney Rd.
Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block   offers summer events and tours. Picture This, Art for Families: Take a Picture, Take a Look runs July 6 at 1 p.m. A Walk With the Curator offers a tour of works on view in the Goodman Pavilion Aug. 12, 11:30 a.m. Place is 140 N. Main Ave. Phone 624-2333 for details.
Volunteers
Ironwood Pig Sanctuary,   34656 E. Crystal Visions Rd., Marana, could use volunteers to help improve the life of a gentle, sweet animal. Help is needed with carpentry, maintenance, date entry, office work, mailings and spending time socializing with the pigs. For information visit www.ironwoodpigs.org.
AARP Tucson Information Center   seeks volunteers to help staff the center at 6700 N. Oracle Rd. Help with phone work and assisting visitors at the center. The center is open Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. A variety of shifts are available. Call 571-9884 for details.
BARK, Baby Animal Rescue Koalition,   needs adoption counselors and also seeks more foster home volunteers for puppies and kittens. Visit the website at www.petfinder.com for information or phone 825-6719.
Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation   can use volunteers for education and community awareness. For details call 628-7223.
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